Oregon CPOM Laws
Is Oregon A Corporate Practice of Medicine (CPOM) State?: Yes
In Oregon, the Corporate Practice of Medicine (CPOM) doctrine ensures that medical decisions are controlled by licensed physicians, preventing unlicensed individuals or entities from influencing patient care. Oregon law requires that professional corporations providing medical services must be primarily owned and managed by licensed physicians. Recent legislative efforts, such as House Bill 4130, aimed to strengthen CPOM regulations, but the bill did not pass. Medical practices in Oregon must comply with these ownership and governance requirements to avoid legal issues. Old Mission Medicine offers expert guidance to help practices navigate and maintain compliance with Oregon’s CPOM regulations.
Oregon CPOM Laws
In Oregon, the Corporate Practice of Medicine (CPOM) doctrine is designed to ensure that medical decisions remain under the control of licensed physicians, thereby safeguarding patient care from commercial influences. According to Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 58.375, professional corporations providing medical services must meet specific requirements:
- Physicians licensed in Oregon must hold the majority of each class of voting shares.
- A majority of the corporation’s directors must be licensed physicians.
- All officers, except the secretary and treasurer, must be licensed physicians.
These regulations aim to prevent unlicensed individuals or entities from exerting control over medical practices, thereby maintaining the integrity of medical care.
In recent years, there have been legislative efforts to strengthen CPOM regulations in Oregon. House Bill 4130, introduced in 2024, sought to clarify and expand ownership requirements for medical practices, extending the 51% ownership mandate by physicians to various healthcare entities, including limited liability companies and partnerships. However, this bill did not pass, leaving existing CPOM regulations in place.
For healthcare providers in Oregon, it’s crucial to structure their practices in compliance with CPOM laws. This includes ensuring that ownership and governance align with state requirements to avoid potential legal issues.
Old Mission Medicine offers expert guidance to help medical practices navigate Oregon’s CPOM regulations. From establishing compliant corporate structures to developing policies that uphold professional standards, Old Mission Medicine provides solutions tailored to your practice’s needs. Contact us today to learn how we can assist you in maintaining compliance and ensuring the highest quality of patient care in Oregon.
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